Trump backed board votes to rename Washington performing arts venue the Trump-Kennedy Center

WASHINGTON — A board appointed by President Donald Trump voted this week to rename the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to the White House, marking a dramatic shift for one of the nation’s most prominent cultural institutions and reopening a long running debate over politics, legacy and … Read more

Trump primetime address highlights accomplishments as chief of staff prompts speech

Washington, DC — Former President Donald Trump said Wednesday that his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, prompted him to deliver a primetime address in which he highlighted his administration’s accomplishments and criticized current federal policies.  The 18 minute speech, delivered from the White House, drew both praise and ridicule for its content and delivery. Trump’s … Read more

Trump highlights economic gains and military support in national address

Washington — President Donald Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night, emphasizing economic achievements, military support, and domestic policy initiatives, while labeling the United States as the “hottest country in the world.” Trump credited his administration with improving the economy, curbing the influx of illegal drugs, and supporting US service members, while attributing many of the … Read more

Trump announces military ‘Warrior Dividend’ amid inflation concerns

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a plan to provide one time payments of $1,776 to roughly 1.45 million active duty and reserve service members, unveiling what he called a military “Warrior Dividend” as inflation continues to weigh on household budgets across the United States. Speaking from the White House, Trump said the … Read more

Trump primetime address on economy highlights first year, sets tone for 2026

President Donald Trump delivered a Trump primetime address on economy Wednesday night, using a nationally televised speech to highlight what his administration described as key accomplishments during his first year back in office and to outline priorities heading into the 2026 election cycle.  Speaking at nine p.m. from the Diplomatic Room at the White House, … Read more

Trump expands travel ban list to 39 countries amid tightened immigration policies

Washington, DC — President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a proclamation expanding the United States travel ban to 39 countries, more than doubling the previous list of 19, the White House said.  The move imposes new restrictions on both full and partial entry, citing concerns over “severe deficiencies in screening, vetting, and information sharing” in … Read more

Trump Venezuela oil blockade targets sanctioned tankers near Caribbean waters

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, sharply escalating US efforts to cut off a key source of revenue for President Nicolás Maduro’s government and widening an already aggressive maritime campaign in the Caribbean. In a statement posted on Truth Social, … Read more